What made the experience of listening to The Book Thief the most enjoyable?

Driving from the East coast to northern Rockies with my 9 year old son - thought the book would be a stretch for him, and in places it was, but it was worth every minute for both of us. Didn't even notice huge stretches of some states, and we're listening to it again.

Who was your favorite character and why?

For me, the father, of course. For my son, Lisle.

Which scene was your favorite?

Max describing the sky during the bombing, although most of the parts where death is speaking are very moving. My mother lived through the the bombing of Dresden, and this book has led me to understand her experience in ways I never thought possible.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, but not possible. it's a long book.

Any additional comments?

It is not a children's book - that is unfair to both children and this book. I can't imagine anyone not loving the language of the author and the voice of the reader, who is simply perfect for this perfect story.

I don't know how I missed this book when it first came out -- it's the best book I've read in years. It's beautifully written, perfectly narrated, and has a compelling story. It's the perfect book to listen to, because it's a story told by a storyteller. Beware of driving down the road with tears falling! I couldn't recommend it more highly.

This audio book is wonderful! The narrator did such a good job with the story and with the way he worked with the voices of the different characters. He made them come alive! I listened for hours and didn't sleep much because of it, but it was so worth it!!! I'll definitely be relistening to this!!!